[Actress holding tambourine], from the Actors and Actresses series (N145-8) issued by Duke Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes 1890 - 1895

This is a trade card from the Actors and Actresses series, created by W. Duke, Sons & Co. to promote Duke Cigarettes in the late 19th century. The card features a black and white photograph of an actress holding a tambourine above her head. The image was likely created to appeal to a broad audience, particularly those interested in theater and popular culture, and to associate Duke cigarettes with entertainment and leisure. The card's small size and simple design are characteristic of trade cards from this period.